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TGIF- BMTC school 4 appreciation dinner



For the past one and half year with my man was all exciting and remarkable one. From the day he entered into BMT to his POP and then was admitted to OCS and lastly till the day he was posted to Tekong PC. It was a long winding road and I can't believe he was left with 8 months till ORD.

I never failed to attend all his events that his company host. From my best memories that I had was his social night and I really enjoyed exploring around his camp (SAFTI). I was considered fortunate to be able to witness his commissioning ceremony ( not many people get a chance to though!) and being a proud gf of his when he stood upright infront of thousands audience.



Just last Friday, I was invited by him to attend his BMTC school 4 anniversary, yet another dinner event that I have to tag along. From what it seemed like a fun event, I'm not anticipated and would frequently checked on my handphone hoping that the clock striked 10pm. (can't wait to head back home)

Nevertheless, I pulled through the whole programme by enjoying the food that were served on the table. The food was adequate enough to satisfy my tummy but wasn't that 'SUPER SHIOK' meal that I had. The whole programme was scheduled for prize-presentation whereby some of the outstanding officers would receive their recognition from their Encik/ OC. Some were honoured to receive a long term contribution from the Encik too.

Some preview video were played on the screen of their whole journey in OCS. It was a repeated cycle of what I have seen during his graduation night. There were games going on but no one seemed to be interested in their games as they were busy goofing down all the food on the table. I'm glad that they were understanding not to involve the ladies in the hall as I would be inconvenience for us to walk about.





Everyone loves photo booth, so both bf and I queued up umpteen times to get hold of the photos for our souvenir. We even pulled over his friends to take pictures with us. In total, we brought back 5 photos home. HAHA. I guess we hit the highest among all. We definitely love the props that were arranged for us and also we appreciate the photographer for putting up his good photography skills on us. Every picture taken was a bonus!




 Initially everything seemed so mundane but when the whole event is coming to an end, the highlight for that night surprised us with a 'FAT' lady who they hired. She is an external entertainer who brighten up many events. I couldn't get hold of her name if not I will elaborate more of her background. Once she entered in, everyone started cheering for her while she sang a Chinese song and sashaying down the red carpet with funny actions. You can even caught her disturbing all the men on the floor ( kissing, hugging, touching). No harm given! Its just for laugh!)

I would have video down the whole programme but I was seated right at the back of the hall. All I could say that she is a good entertainer. At least the ending wasn't bad! We had a good laugh!



With all the mishaps of the whole programme flow, the whole event was delayed and therefore we left the ballroom at 11pm. Though this dinner was not as grand as all the previous events that I had attended. I still enjoyed myself at the last stage of the show. Not forgetting the photo booth and my partner who stayed with me through all the night.

Thanks for having me as your partner ( though you have no choice but have to ask me!) HAHA. Anyway, this pretty sum up my Friday night.

Till then.

Commissioning ball 93/13

The day every lady is counting down to especially when you have an officer boyfriend.

I could remember how his social night was a big feat, watching him march and looking all suave for his commissoining parade was remarkable too. The finale was still his commissioning ball, which officially marks the end of his stay in OCS, 9 months of sweat and hardwork, I guess he deserves a round of applause. Of course for myself, picking a dress, hunting for matching heels and bag was what that occupied most of my mind! The most regret was not heading to the salon to hair-do my hair and also to paint my nails ( rushing like mad to prepare after my work) as you can see my teary weary eyes.


I got my outfit on Thursday- Its a last minute buy. Lucky mds collection saved me from travelling one place to another. I got both my tops and bottom from MDS collection. Heels from Charles and Keith and my clutch has been with me since Chinese New Year. All set and lets go!




The venue was at swissotel merchant court, not really a grand hotel ( I would expect to be at Marina Bay Sand). Hah, just kidding.
We arrived a little early though we thought that we will be pretty late. The guests have to be seated before 6.30pm but Boyfriend and I reached nearly 7pm. Lucky they have photo booth to save our day, We literally killed our time by taking pictures from the photo booth. I guess the program got a little delayed, by 7.30pm, the committees started to chase all the people in. With almost everyone seated as the event was about to start! 


Quickly and quietly making our way to the respective seats, I was bummed when there was a huge book nicely packed which rested on my seat. I thought the seat was reserved and there was no place for me. Turns out, each book was allocated to an officer. On the table, was a mini sword model - engraved with his name on the plate. And what I received was 2 small bottles of lotion/ body wash from bodyshop.


The whole light of the ceremony was on the perfomers. Basically, it lines up with officers singing and dancing to the music. 


A 4-course menu was served on that night. Literally thought that it would be a buffet style but fret not, its fine dining style ):
After paying $350 for this ball (definitely burnt bf's pocket!), we expected something decent to wolf down for the night. Not like the food is not up to a standard, its actually food prepared Jamie's Italian resturant. But can't they be more generous to our food? So small portion!

Appetiser was served first with court bouilion poached tiger prawns with rocket leaves, passion fruit caviar and raspberry drizzled with walnut vinaigrette.


Soup was a bowl of wild mushroom veloute served with garlic crisp.



We were given two choices of our main course. With Pan-seared steak of salmon, served with potato au gratin, glazed carrot, tomato confit, pencil tip asparagus, kaffir lime beurre blanc drizzled with herb infused olive oil.

 OR With grilled marinated chicken breast served with potato au gratin, glazed carrot, tomato confit, pencil tip asparagus and sundried tomato jus.

Last but not least, their dessert that I'm looking forward to. Chilled brulee cheese cake with lemon curd and lemon sorbet.


Managed to ask one of Bf's friend to snap a picture of us.




Being your officer's partner meant having to be his camera woman too! I watched as each of them
gave bearly farewell hugs because they probably wouldn't be meeting up that often once they are posted to
different units. Of course, we managed to go back home with a group photo- boyfriend's mates sitting on the same table and with their +1 date.



And guess who I saw on that day too? My dearest LEENA!! She was invited by her friend too. So elated to see her around, at least someone who I know. Heh.


 All in all, i had a good break, a good dinner and a good time at the ball! More importantly, i had a wonderful company and a meaning spending of time with Zhi wei! Yeah. to me, nothing beats spending time with people and doing things together. And I'm glad I had this honour to be his date at this occasion and celebrate together with him! Congrats once again! And just want to say thanks for that night! 
Will always be there for you.

Till then.

Boyfriend's commissioning parade

I have always been proud of my bf ever since he enters to OCS but to witness his commissioning ceremony is a fairy-tale to me. Time flies from the day he enters tekong till the day he received his most desire posting, to the day he invited me to his social night and lastly till today, he invited me over to witness his commissioning parade.




On the 20th July 2014, the boy finally had his commissioning parade! Finally ended his 9 months of rigorous training and also tough times that we had together.

Yes, if you have a bf in army right now, you'd totally understand the feeling of not being able to meet often. And not even on every weekend given that there are times they are overseas for 3-4 weeks, and times that they're not allowed to book out.

But, absence make the heart grow fonder. Days without him had me realised that I may be too reliant on him which isn't too good for me. It's always good to be independent on both sides so that we can support and rely on each other :)

The sun has been good for the whole day, yes, it was sunny yellow banana Sunday but this doesn't stopped us from coming to support my love one. And to start of the day, I have joel with me to drive me to his camp which was way too far. Imagine yourself travelling to and fro from Hougang to Joo Koon. For goodness, there's car on that day or else I might faint at any point of time.



All the guests have to be seated at 5.15pm. You may see families filling up the space way beyond 4.30pm. By the time I reached the venue, all the seats were taken especially the one where bf stood. In the end, Bf's family and I had to get seats at the end of the platform. But on a happy note, we are still able to witness the whole ceremony clearly. As they were very particular about the seating arrangement, only those who has the real tickets are able to enter in whereas the rest of them have to the station at one corner of the parade and this is why I did not get to enter in with Joel. I left him outside ;/




The parade commenced at 5.45pm and the marching was really impressive too and the songs they sing were so cute I couldn’t stop laughing and smiling. The slow march was really nice and you see the officers below smiling at his parents and looking all at us.








Then it was time for the officer's parent to head down to the parade to put his "chocolate bar". His dad is definitely more anxious than anyone of the parent out there. He was searching high and low for his precious son while his mum remained as calm as she could although she was a little nervous too. But happiness lies on her smile. Can see the proud look on his parents face!










After that, we were told to move away from the parade square to say their pledge and also to prepare to throw their caps. But before they throw it, you can see their anticipating look on all the guys faces, they were all smiling from ear to ear and grinning so hard and then all together, they threw up their caps and started jumping on each other.



Heart was thumping really fast and a wave of nostalgia washed over me and I started smiling cause this signified the end of OCS, he is an officer now.


















Can really tell that he was so elated that night to receive blessing from his family members and friends especially his true buddies. 


And last but not least, to the man I love. So glad to witness the whole ceremony of your commissioning. It wasn't easy to undergo such tough training but im glad that this 9 months stay is all worthwhile. To be able to see you standing tall and smile, and also to be able to tug under your cosy shoulder, it really give me an opportunity to cherish you more, support you lot. The start of a new phase is waiting for you. I just wanna say that I will be always there for you through your darkest hours, even when the whole world collapse, I will be standing at the bottom of the cliff to support you, to give you my outmost power and energy.

Hang in there my SIR to your ORD (:

Till then.
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